New design features the team’s purple Jazz note and includes cardholder benefits at Delta Center SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 28, 2026) — America First Credit Union, the official credit union of the Utah Jazz, today announced its 2026 limited-edition Utah Jazz Visa® debit card. The card features a new design and is available at no cost with an America First checking account. The 2026 design places an oversized purple Jazz note across a white background, with a purple reverse side. It is the latest addition to the limited-edition Jazz card series America First has offered since 2021. “The Jazz are…

America First Credit Union marked the grand opening of its newest branch in Surprise, Arizona, hosting an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, Oct. 23, and a community celebration on Saturday, Oct. 24. SURPRISE, Ariz. (Oct. 26, 2026) – America First Credit Union is continuing its expansion in Greater Phoenix with the opening of a new branch in Surprise on Monday, Oct. 19. The new location marks the credit union’s second branch to open in the West Valley this year, following the opening of its Glendale branch in July. “We’re excited to expand America First’s presence in the growing West Valley…

President and CEO Thayne Shaffer to retire on March 1, 2027, after 38 years of service. RIVERDALE, Utah (October 13, 2026) — The America First Credit Union Board of Directors announced today that Missy Key has been selected to be the credit union’s next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective March 1, 2027. She will succeed Thayne Shaffer, who plans to retire after 38 years of dedicated service to America First’s members and employees. “Missy is a strong, insightful and decisive executive who leads with vision and compassion,” said Linda Carver, Chair of America First’s Board of Directors. “Her 38 years…

All GNCU branches remain open, with members continuing to use their existing accounts, cards and banking services RENO, Nevada (October 1, 2026) — Greater Nevada Credit Union (GNCU) today begins operating as Greater Nevada Credit Union: A division of America First, following the merger announced by the two credit unions on Aug. 24. The combination brings together two member-owned credit unions with a shared commitment to financial well-being and strong communities. The merger was approved by each credit union’s boards of directors, the National Credit Union Administration, and the Nevada Financial Institutions Division. For Greater Nevada members, day-to-day banking remains…

Community celebration will feature food trucks, games, prizes and a live broadcast from 99.1 KUPI-FM REXBURG, Idaho (Aug. 10, 2026) — America First Credit Union (AFCU) is celebrating the opening of its newly relocated and enhanced Rexburg branch with two upcoming events for community members, local partners, public officials and members of the media. The new branch, located approximately 1.5 miles north of AFCU’s previous Rexburg location, was designed to better serve the financial needs of the city’s growing population. AFCU will host a Community Celebration Day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15. The free, public event…

New Highland Branch Opens with Celebrations Beginning July 13 HIGHLAND, Calif. (July 13, 2026) – America First Credit Union today announced the opening of its newest Southern California branch in Highland on July 13, expanding access to personalized financial services for individuals, families and businesses throughout the Inland Empire. “As our membership continues to grow across Southern California, we're proud to expand our presence in Highland,” said Thayne Shaffer, President & CEO of America First Credit Union. “We look forward to serving the community with personalized financial guidance, innovative products and a commitment to our members that has been the foundation…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New card gives fans exclusive discounts, early access and other game-day perks SALT LAKE CITY (July 2, 2026) — America First Credit Union and the Salt Lake bees today announced the launch of the new Salt Lake Bees Visa® debit card, giving fans a new way to show their team pride every day while unlocking exclusive discounts and ballpark experiences. Available at no additional cost to America First members with a new or existing checking account, the card includes benefits such as: Half-price lawn tickets for Wednesday night home games purchased through a designated online link 10%…

Community donations will help provide more than 2,500 backpacks filled with essential school supplies to students across six states RIVERDALE, Utah (July 1, 2026) – The America First Charitable Foundation has officially launched its 15th Annual Back-to-School Backpack Bonanza, a community-wide effort to help students start the school year equipped for success. Donations of new backpacks, school supplies, and monetary contributions will be accepted through August 8, 2026. All donations will benefit schools and community organizations serving children in the six states where America First Credit Union operates. Since the program began in 2011, Backpack Bonanza has helped thousands of students receive…